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Framed Print : Allegory of the Transience of Life, 1618. Creator: Christian Richter
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Allegory of the Transience of Life, 1618. Creator: Christian Richter
Allegory of the Transience of Life, 1618
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Media ID 20285879
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Disrepair Heightened With White Gouache Life Obelisk Pen And Ink Richter Skull Transience Pen And Ink Drawing
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring the timeless beauty of art into your home with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints. This exquisite piece, "Allegory of the Transience of Life," created by Christian Richter in 1618, is now available in our collection from Heritage Images. Richter's masterpiece, a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of life, is expertly framed to preserve its intricate details and vibrant colors. Add this stunning work of art to your decor and inspire reflection and contemplation in your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "Allegory of the Transience of Life" by Christian Richter, a renowned German artist from the 17th century. The artwork, displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a thought-provoking concept through its intricate details and vibrant colors. In this piece, Richter skillfully combines pen and ink with brushwork in brown, blue, and pink washes heightened with white gouache. The result is an allegorical representation of life's fleeting nature. The disrepair evident in the architecture serves as a metaphor for the transitory nature of existence. The central focus of the image is two boys standing near an obelisk. One boy gazes intently at a skull held in his hand while the other looks on curiously. This juxtaposition symbolizes youth's encounter with mortality and prompts contemplation about life's brevity. Richter's artistic school shines through this masterpiece as he expertly captures emotions and concepts within his work. His attention to detail creates a visually stunning composition that invites viewers to reflect on their own mortality. As we observe this remarkable print by Christian Richter, we are reminded that life is ephemeral and should be cherished every moment. It serves as both a testament to human fragility and an invitation to embrace each day fully.
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